
2.1 HTTPS Overview
HTTPS is a combination of the Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) and the Secure Sockets
Layer (SSL) protocol.
HTTPS uses SSL to authenticate clients and servers and encrypt transmitted data for secure
communication.
HTTP enables a device supporting the web management system to function as a web server.
Users can log in to this device using HTTP and manage the device on web pages. HTTP cannot
authenticate web servers or encrypt data, so it cannot protect data privacy or security. Therefore,
HTTPS is used on devices to provide encrypted communication and secure identification of web
servers.
As shown in
, an SSL policy is configured on the device (an HTTP server). After the
HTTPS server function is enabled on the device, users can use a web browser to log in to the
device (an HTTPS server) and manage the device on web pages.
Figure 2-1
Logging in to an HTTPS server through the web browser
Network
PC
HTTPS server
2.2 HTTPS Features Supported by the AR1200-S
The AR1200-S supports the HTTPS server function.
An AR1200-S functions as an HTTPS server after the HTTPS server function is configured. The
AR1200-S uses the SSL protocol's data encryption, identity authentication, and message
integrity check mechanisms to protect security of data transmitted between users and the
AR1200-S. These mechanisms ensure that users securely access a remote AR1200-S on web
pages.
Before configuring services including the web management system and SSL VPN service,
ensure that the HTTPS server function has been configured on the AR1200-S.
NOTE
The HTTPS function is used with a license. To use the HTTPS function, apply for and purchase the
following license from the Huawei local office:
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AR1200 Value-Added Security Package
2.3 Configuring the AR1200-S as an HTTPS Server
The HTTPS server function allows users to securely access the AR1200-S on web pages.
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